Synopsis: "No one renders primates with more faithful detail or surreal humanity than Browne." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)A USBBY Outstanding International BookAn Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award WinnerThree starred reviews (Booklist, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal)Once there was a very special gorilla who had almost everything he needed. There was only one thing he didn’t have: a friend. With no other gorillas at the zoo, the keepers…

Synopsis: The Leveled Readers are easy-to-read selections that give children additional reading experiences with tested vocabulary and targeted comprehension skills, as well as a variety of literary genres. Skills reinforced in this book: Vocabulary: how, many, on; Comprehension Skill: setting."--Verso.

Synopsis: A fast, fun, friendship read from the Newbery-award winning author of Maniac Magee. Eddie Mott has a problem. He is completely and hopelessly in love with his friend Sunny...and he's way too wimpy to tell her. But the school dance is approaching quickly and Eddie knows it's time to act. He has to find a way to make Sunny notice him...but how? Eddie and Pickles come up with a plan that's sure to attract attention. But the girl who falls for…

Synopsis: As the last pharaoh of ancient Egypt, I ruled alone without the help of my husband. I was a powerful and courageous leader, and I passionately loved my people. Much has been written of my beauty, but I was also known for my composure, wit, and strength. I was a queen who was worshipped as a god. I am Cleopatra. To this day, Cleopatra remains a popular figure in Western culture, with books, plays, and movies devoted to her story. I AM CLEOPATRA…

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Synopsis: Simple text tells all about apples and how they are used.

Synopsis: Describes the characteristics of bats, how they live and what they eat. Includes glossary and comprehension questions.

Synopsis: Simple text and photographs introduce gorillas to young readers.

Synopsis: "I think I can! I think I can!" The classic tale of the little engine who wasn't afraid to try. Here is a delightful adaptation of one of the best-selling children's books of all time with a vocabulary specially geared for beginning readers.

Synopsis: Gertrude LaRue receives typewritten and paw-written letters from her dog Ike, entreating her to let him leave the Igor Brotweiler Canine Academy and come back home.

Synopsis: Rarity is excited to welcome her new apprentice, Charity, to Ponyville. Rarity is sure that the two of them will become best friends, bonding over their love of fashion and glamour. But after Charity dyes her mane and tail to look more like her mentor, and begins to copy the fashionista's every move, Rarity realizes this pony is a problem!

Synopsis: Author and illustrator, Anne Miranda, discusses the artwork in her book, Does a Mouse Have a House?

Synopsis: Presents facts about marine life.

Synopsis: In words and pictures, a thermometer changes temperature as the weather changes.

Synopsis: Take a tour through a typical neighborhood.

Synopsis: Words and pictures describe what some baby animals like to do.

Synopsis: Through words and pictures the reader is asked to identify various fruits, which then end up in a fruit salad.

Synopsis: Chip, the chipmunk, has to keep changing vehicles in order to hold all his nuts!

Synopsis: Differentiate text for: Approaching-one grade below, On-Level-at grade level Beyond- one grade above, ELL-English Language Learners. Each reader features a main selection accompanied by a paired piece with the same theme. Nonfiction titles are differentiated in readability but identical in design. Excite students with myths, legends, folktales, informational texts, and many more genres.